No. 3,994 in Chinese
保管
"保管" means "to take care of, safeguard, or be responsible for something."
In a sentence
他负责保管图书馆的所有书籍。
He is responsible for keeping all the books in the library.
In this sentence, '保管' refers to the action of storing and ensuring the safekeeping of library books.
你放心吧，这件行李我一定会替你保管好。
Rest assured, I will keep your luggage safe for you.
Here, '保管' implies taking responsibility for maintaining and safeguarding someone's belongings.
这个珍贵的艺术品一直由专业人员保管。
This valuable piece of artwork has always been kept by professionals.
In this example, '保管' is about the secure storage and careful maintenance of a precious artifact.
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